Seasonal Senior Recreation Leader PT - Out of School

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Assist in planning, organizing, developing and supervising activities for participants of varying ages. Supervise specified Recreation Leader staff members. Work is performed under general supervision.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Plans, coordinates and supervises various recreational activities, games, programs, field trips, events and sporting activities for age groups between pre-school aged to senior citizens
• Supervise a specified group of participants (adults and children) indoors and outdoors, some with special needs.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for the participants and complete injury and/or incident reports, as required.
• Conduct Crisis Response Drills, Fire Drills, and all emergency preparedness procedures
• Foster positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.

In addition to these basic responsibilities, each park division may have specific duties as listed:

• Assist in athletics, special events, senior citizen programming, and community programs
• Assist with a variety of tournaments, special events, travel leagues, etc.
• Operate Rec Trac system
• Work facility events as assigned
• CDL license is a plus
• Schedule and add rental reservations, assist with venue rentals, move furniture and assist patrons of the rentals.
• Set up activity stations, move furniture and other small equipment up to 25 pounds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED certification.
• At least 2 years of verifiable supervisory experience in childcare, recreation programming or related field

OR

• 1. AA Degree diploma or above
• 2. One (1) year of verifiable supervisory experience in a related or unrelated field.

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, with a good driving record.
• Must possess or obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire

Out of School positions only:

• Must complete a 45-hour Child Care Certification Program approved by the State of Florida within one year of hire
• Child Development Accreditation preferred.

Knowledge of the fundamentals of recreation. Knowledge of types of facilities and materials required to perform essential functions. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Knowledge of MS Office software. Knowledge of the City s policies, procedures, and practices. Skill in policy interpretation and application. Ability to safely operate a recreational van, with or without passengers. Ability to analyze and adjust special activities to the needs and structure of participating groups.

Ability to work independently and to adhere to established policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, employees and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.

Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with…